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WEDNESDAY WISDOM: Breaking into Hollywood — with Michael Strassner
Season 6
Today’s episode offers a special glimpse into The Practice Track Membership, where actors not only train but also get the rare perk of connecting directly with industry professionals. In this convers…
Published on 10 hours ago
RAVI PATEL: The Art of Improv in Life & On Set
Season 6 Episode 35
Ravi Patel returns to the podcast with a wide-ranging, candid conversation about a career that refuses to fit into a single lane. Since his last appearance, Ravi has been everywhere—from Animal Contr…
Published on 1 day, 5 hours ago
WEDNESDAY WISDOM: Casting No No's
Season 6
Casting directors don’t actually know what producers want at the start of the process — they’re sending in choices to help define the role. So if you’re trying to “play what they want,” you’ll end up…
Published on 1 week ago
JACK SCHUMACHER: When It's Your Part, It's Your Part
Season 6 Episode 34
Imagine moving to LA and just nine months later, finding yourself auditioning for, and landing, a role in the biggest movie ever, Top Gun! Chicago native, Jack Schumacher, will take us through his "i…
Published on 1 week, 1 day ago
WEDNESDAY WISDOM: CD Rejection
Season 6
In this episode, "What if casting wasn’t about rejection — but about selection?"In this solo episode, Alyshia shares a powerful reality check on how to approach your auditions with authenticity, conf…
Published on 2 weeks ago
GABBY BEANS: Following Green Lights
Season 6 Episode 33
From pre-med at Columbia to a Tony nomination on Broadway, Gabby Beans has carved out one of the most unique journeys in the industry. She shares how she navigated early setbacks (including being dro…
Published on 2 weeks, 1 day ago
WEDNESDAY WISDOM: Coming Home
Season 6
Description: 🎭 Actors often feel their biggest obstacle is themselves—but what if that’s just a limiting belief? In this episode, Alyshia talks with Melanie Curtis and Mark Collin, two world-class co…
Published on 3 weeks ago
ARLEN ESCARPETA: Fail Forward
Season 6 Episode 32
From the vibrant streets of Belize to the soundstages of Hollywood, Arlen Escarpeta has built a career defined by resilience, versatility, and heart. His path took him from performing arts schools to…
Published on 3 weeks, 1 day ago
JOLENE PURDY: Come to My Table
Season 6 Episode 31
Get ready for a truly insightful conversation with the incredible Jolene Purdy! After seeing her at a recent in-person audition, Alyshia immediately called her agent and declared, “I just met this ac…
Published on 4 weeks, 1 day ago
WEDNESDAY WISDOM: Casting Reality Check
Season 6
In this episode, the industry is shifting — fast. Casting directors are under pressure, opportunities are shrinking, and actors are feeling the heat. In this power-packed solo episode, Alyshia breaks…
Published on 1 month ago